Blouses with Bows

Recently I was in a wedding party for a friend and discovered that I really like blouses with bows on them.  Suddenly I am seeing them everywhere.  Katie Holmes has one in her new line Holmes and Yang.  WHY is “fashion” so freaking expensive?!  It’s something that just is beyond my comprehension.  As I was looking around online at photos of the launch party recently, I saw a couple of pictures of Katie and another blouse that I loved.

I love the blouse.  The pink/purple (depending on which monitor I’m on) dress below is part of her own label.  I love it.  PLUS – it’s modest!!  That’s just even better.

I love turquoise and teal.  This blouse below is my favorite – the off center collar just makes me happy 😉

What are your thoughts on this style of blouse?

Color Trends for 2011

I found on the Pantone site the list of Pantone Color Trends for Spring 2011.  There are some fun colors coming!  They even have a PDF that you can download for free ( Pantone PDF .)

I LOVE color!  Granted, Pink is not my preferred color.  But Silver Peony is such a delicate shade, that I might have to admit to liking a pink!  The color palate is quite a mix of bright and muted tones that promote versatility.

I think Honeysuckle, Russet and Silver Peony would transfer beautifully to satin fabric.

Can’t you imagine a New Year’s Eve party wearing a gorgeous tailored satin shirt in one of those colors paired with a nice pencil skirt or slacks? Who wouldn’t look and feel great?!

Here are a few other fun images.  Definitely go check out the Pantone site and let me know what you think about the palate.